Tip 5. Prevent Data Loss; Tip 6. Clean Terminals; Tip 7. Storing Batteries - General Dynamics Itronix GD6000 User Manual

GD6000 User Guide
If your battery is charged in a cold (less than 41°F/5°C) or very
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warm (greater than 122°F/50°C) environment, it is possible that
the Battery Charge LED will indicate that the charge has stopped;
however, this does not necessarily mean that your battery is fully
charged.

Tip 5. Prevent data loss

Follow these guidelines to prevent data loss when removing
your battery or storing your computer:
You will lose data if you remove the battery while the computer
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is operating or suspended. To prevent this, shutdown your
computer or put it into hibernate (suspend-to-disk) mode before
removing your battery.
If you plan to store your computer for more than a few days,
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shutdown your computer or put it into hibernate mode. Remove
the battery before storing the computer.

Tip 6. Clean terminals

Dirty terminals can be a cause of charging problems. Clean
battery terminals with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl
alcohol. Make sure that the alcohol has evaporated before
reinstalling the battery.

Tip 7. Storing batteries

Store the battery within the recommended temperature range:
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10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F).
Unused or stored batteries can lose power over time. When you
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install a battery that has not been used for awhile, connect exter-
nal power to the computer and fully charge your battery.
Battery calibration may increase the capacity of a battery stored
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for a period of time. For information on calibrating the battery,
Battery Calibration
refer to
It is recommended that the battery is recharged every six months
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while in storage.
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